In Pictures: Relive the glory days of Cork's historic Savoy Cinema

The iconic Cork building, first opened in 1932, is being revived as a live music venue and cultural space
Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 - 10:05
Greg Murphy

After a decade-long closure, Cork’s iconic Savoy is set to reopen as a live music venue and cultural space, marking a new chapter in the building’s long entertainment history.

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